Flying from Glasgow to Panama City: what you need to know
Get your holiday planning started by considering where you'll board your flight from Glasgow to Panama City. Glasgow International Airport (GLA) and Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) are the main airports in Glasgow.
When it comes to working out where to land in Panama City, Tocumen International Airport (PTY) and Panama Pacifico Airport (BLB) are the primary gateways.
The timezone in Panama City is UTC-5, which is five hours behind Glasgow.
To ensure you make your Glasgow to Panama City flight, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Travelling during a peak time such as June? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Glasgow to Panama City
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap Glasgow to Panama City flights if you book in advance. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird rates.
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Flying from Glasgow
Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
Consider adding a stopover to potentially save on your Glasgow to Panama City flight. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Glasgow International Airport. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Cancun International Airport (CUN)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
GLA is about 11 kilometres from central Glasgow. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 35 minutes.
After a relaxed start to your holiday? Stay near Glasgow International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Glasgow to Panama City or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
70.07% of flights taking off from Glasgow International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)
You can reach PIK from central Glasgow in about 40 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey by public transport will take roughly 55 minutes to cover the 48 kilometres or so.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your flight from Glasgow to Panama City? Kick back in a hotel near Glasgow Prestwick Airport before your adventure officially starts. Check out these accommodation options:
When it comes to keeping flights punctual, Glasgow Prestwick Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 76.7%.
Arriving in Panama City
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
Tocumen International Airport (PTY) to central Panama City takes about 20 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 18 kilometres away.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 5 minutes.
Book a hotel close to PTY if you have a late flight from Glasgow to Panama City. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Grab a Tocumen International Airport rental car and discover Panama City and beyond with your own wheels. Avis, Dollar and MEX are popular outlets to choose from here.
Reserving your vehicle from Tocumen International Airport about three weeks ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
Marcos A. Gelabert International Airport (PAC)
Central Panama City is about 2 kilometres from Marcos A. Gelabert International Airport (PAC). As soon as your flight from Glasgow to Panama City has hit the runway and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should take about 5 minutes.
The trip will take approximately 25 minutes on public transport.
After your flight from Glasgow to Panama City, rest your head at a hotel near BLB. These are some great options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Forget about inconvenient public transport timetables or long cab lines. Grab a Marcos A. Gelabert International Airport rental car and let your trip unfold on your terms. Compare availability and rates from Thrifty, Avis and Alamo.
Avoid paying extra. Reserving your ride three weeks before your arrival at PAC can land you a better rate.
Panama Pacifico Airport (BLB)
Head to the city centre after your flight from Glasgow to Panama City has landed. Central Panama City is about 11 kilometres from Panama Pacifico Airport (BLB) and takes roughly 20 minutes to get to by car.
Put yourself in the driver's seat of the next part of your journey with a Panama Pacifico Airport rental car. Sixt, Dollar and Thrifty are reliable rental providers.
If you're searching for a vehicle with specific features, lock in your ride from BLB about one week ahead of your flight from Glasgow to Panama City. This improves your chances of getting the car you prefer, on top of a better deal.
Best time to go to Panama City
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Glasgow to Panama City. June is the busiest month for a trip to Panama City. If you want a more peaceful vibe, go in February.
Before locking in your Glasgow to Panama City tickets, consider what kind of weather works for you. March is the warmest month in Panama City, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC (70ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Glasgow to Panama City in February when temperatures average between 22ºC (72ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF).
More about Panama City
Once you've booked your flight from Glasgow to Panama City, decide where you'll be dropping your bags. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Panama City:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. Panama Canal Museum, Casco Viejo and Cinta Costera are highlights which should be on any good Panama City itinerary.
Explore more of Panama
San Miguelito is just one of the many cities in Panama waiting to be discovered after you've seen Panama City. Around 6 kilometres to the north, top sights here include Iglesia Cristo Luz del Mundo, IDMJI SAN MIGUELITO and Iglesia Bautista Independiente Emanuel.
Juan Díaz is another favourite destination in Panama and is around 11 kilometres north-east of Panama City. No trip is complete without a visit to Malecon Costa Del Este, El Patio Human Friendly and Parque Los Robles Sur.